Program Highlights

Find your path to success with a master’s degree in information systems.

From strategic planning to system development and resource management, information system (IS) managers help businesses and other organizations use technology to grow and reach their full potential. But IS managers need more than technical knowledge to be able to do their jobs effectively; they also need strong managerial, analytical and decision-making skills.

Best of all, with our flexible scheduling options, you’ll be able to get the education you need to advance in your career without having to put your career on hold.

Our Master of Science in Information Systems online degree program combines information systems management knowledge with practical industry experience to help you master the advanced skills needed to succeed in high-level IS roles such as CIOs, CTOs or IS department managers.
As a graduate of this program, you’ll build the technical and business skills needed to be able to handle a wide variety of challenges on the job and become a very valuable member of any team you work with.
The Master of Science in Information Systems online program at Baker College is accredited by the PSM National Office.
Want to complete your degree as soon as possible? This program is eligible for our Accelerated Path option, which allows you to earn your master’s degree in significantly less time.

At a glance

Credit Hours

1.5–2

Years (Avg.)

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Information Systems classes are taught exclusively through Baker Online.

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Why Study Information Systems?

This program is designed for information systems professionals who are responsible for managing the development, acquisition, implementation and operation of information systems in a variety of organizational settings. The program emphasizes information systems theory and its application to business opportunities and challenges. Additionally, the program addresses mission-critical issues, such as strategic planning, risk management, financial considerations, project management and quality assurance.

Career Facts

$146,360

Median Yearly Income

11%

Outlook 2018–2028

$208,000

Median Salary for Executives

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Curriculum

The Baker College Master of Science in Information Systems online program is a Professional Science Master's program consisting of 36 credit hours (9 hours of major courses, 15 hours of management information systems and 12 hours of business requirements). Our curriculum includes database design and management, information systems project management and two capstone course projects.

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Sample Courses

MIS 5310

Database Design and Management

Description

Prepares students to be able to manage, within organizational settings, the major concepts and framework, design and implementation of databases. It examines the theories, concepts and application issues associated with the design and implementation of database management systems. Topics include requirements analysis, user specifications, design strategies, implementation, testing, growth, maturity and obsolescence. Other topics include relational and distributed databases, business implications of database design, data integrity and security.

MIS 5210

Information Systems Project Management

Description

Guides an IS project manager through the what, when and how of the work necessary to take a project from its fledgling idea to successful deployment in an efficient and effective manner. This course will provide the tools, skills and knowledge for successful planning, organization and implementation of information systems and emphasizes the use of real-world examples and applications. Common mistakes and pitfalls in project management when used in designing information systems will be discussed. Topics covered include project scoping, estimating, budgeting, scheduling, tracking and controlling.

Capstones

Information Systems Integration Project I & Information Systems Integration Project II

Description

Helps students integrate the knowledge and skills acquired during classwork in the MSIS program. For most students, these courses will be undertaken with industry sponsorship, often their own employers, which will involve the development of an information systems project of appropriate scope.

The project is considered to be successfully completed when the system meets the requirements as specified AND the project sponsor is satisfied with the results.

Extended Reality Learning

Learn on the cutting edge.

The College of IT and Engineering is proud to offer courses that include Extended Reality (XR) learning. These experiences provide immersive, hands-on learning that will prepare you for a successful career in a high-tech field.

In Their Words

“I chose Baker for the curriculum. They look at what you’re going to need, and a lot of MBAs are general. ...I felt that a lot of the things that I was doing in school, I could directly translate into what I was doing in the hospital.”

Program Outcomes

Graduates of the MSIS online program will have the knowledge and skills necessary to develop, implement and assess a strategic plan to meet IT needs effectively, and more.

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Affiliation

The Master of Science in Information Systems Program is affiliated with the National Professional Science Master’s Association (NPSMA) as a Professional Science Master’s (PSM) degree program.

Master of Science

Information Systems (MS)

Program Highlights

Find your path to success with a master’s degree in information systems.

Credit Hours

Years (Avg.)

Learn Your Way

Why Study Information Systems?

Career Facts

Median Yearly Income

Outlook 2018–2028

Median Salary for Executives

Curriculum

Sample Courses

Learn on the cutting edge.

Program Outcomes

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